Franken

Picture book and travel guide – our successful series in a handy square format combines both. It was long overdue to bring together the most beautiful aspects of Upper, Middle, and Lower Franconia in one volume. No sight should be missed, whether it’s a historic monument, centuries-old natural landscapes, or a trendy modern hotspot. The historic town center of Rothenburg ob der Tauber, with its winding alleys and sandstone half-timbered houses, attracts countless tourists to beautiful Middle Franconia every year. Bamberg and Würzburg represent Lower and Upper Franconia, respectively, with their medieval charm and baroque architectural splendor. Franconia's castles and fortresses showcase their full glory and impressive fortifications. Additionally, the modern metropolitan region of Nuremberg, Fürth, and Erlangen is waiting to be explored. The Franconian cultural landscape along the Main River is characterized by viticulture, while the unique nature of Franconia includes the Spessart, the Rhön, the Fichtel Mountains, and the forested areas of Franconian Switzerland. In a square format, Franconia presents itself in all its beauty. Short texts provide all the essential information for the brilliant color photographs of the locations, buildings, and monuments. An overview map ensures easy navigation on your journey through Franconia.